Not entirely correct. If not leaving USA, no license needed for VHF.
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SSB is monitored by WLO (24/7) and some USCG stations from the East Coast of Florida you need a higher freq to reach them, look at their web site and give them a call they enjoy talking to boaters just as much as ships.
You may need a GMDSS License, I have one because of my work, not sure if one is required for pleasure boats or not..........
Steven A.
Pirates Treasure
1972 58 Tri-cabin
12V 71N's
No for radar, yes for SSB: http://wireless.fcc.gov/services/ind...ship_stations/